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Strengthening reo Māori accessibility
Source: New Zealand Government Toi te kupu, toi te mana, toi tū te reo.Talented appointees to prominent reo Māori entities will help grow accessibility to the language and culture in...
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Going for Growth: More affordable building products
Source: New Zealand Government Just-passed legislation is expected to put up to 250,000 more building products on shelves this year alone – giving Kiwis building and renovating their homes more...
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Reducing ambiguity about what is reasonably practicable for health and safety compliance
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says safe harbours of deemed compliance will be created to increase business and worker certainty about what they...
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Workplace – Better guidance a good idea, but must be backed up by investment in WorkSafe
Source: New Zealand Institute of Safety Management Message: Improved guidance to help companies better understand the risks in workplaces and how best to mitigate them is a welcome step, says the...
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Economy – Interim Financial Statements of the Government of New Zealand for the eight months ended 28 February 2025 – NZ Treasury
Source: The Treasury The Interim Financial Statements of the Government of New Zealand for the eight months ended 28 February 2025 were released by the Treasury today. The February results...
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PolyU establishes Otto Poon Research Institute for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure with support from Otto Poon Charitable Foundation
Source: Media Outreach Driving innovative solutions to tackle climate change and extreme weather challenges HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Polytechnic...
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Hang Lung Properties and Tsinghua University Mark 15 Years of Impactful Partnership on Sustainable Urban Futures
Source: Media Outreach The Hang Lung Center for Real Estate at Tsinghua University celebrates significant achievements in driving innovation in real estate and creating a greener future HONG KONG SAR...
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Samsung Showcases Immersive 3D Experiences, OLED Excellence with New Odyssey Monitor Line-up in Singapore
Source: Media Outreach Featuring the revolutionary Odyssey 3D, the updated Odyssey OLED G8 with the industry’s first 4K 240Hz screen, and the new ultra-wide Odyssey G9, the new Odyssey monitor...
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Question of privilege concerning the conduct of four members during proceedings of the House
Source: New Zealand ParliamentThe Privileges Committee met today to consider the Question of privilege concerning the conduct of four members during proceedings of the House. In light of the members...
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Backing builders by cracking down on cowboys
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing builders by making changes so Kiwis will more easily be able to identify high-quality, trusted professionals to carry out work on their...
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Release: Worst February for building consents in over a decade
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The National Government’s choices have contributed to a slow-down in the building sector, as thousands of people have lost their jobs in construction. Statistics released...
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Unacceptable payment by KiwiRail
Source: New Zealand Government Rail Minister Winston Peters has described KiwiRail’s payment of $8 million to a management consultancy firm as unacceptable.“We are not criticising McKinsey, whose services were tendered...
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Release: Labour supports Willie Apiata’s selfless act
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Willie Apiata’s decision to hand over his Victoria Cross to the Minister for Veterans is a powerful and selfless act, made on behalf of all...
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Investing in injury prevention in the manufacturing sector
Source: New Zealand Government ACC’s investment in New Zealand’s crucial manufacturing sector is a significant step to help reduce injuries, keep workers safe, and support economic growth, say ACC Minister...
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Health and safety governance and management change coming
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to clarify the distinction between governance and operational management health and safety responsibilities to reduce directors’ fear and risks of overcompliance, Workplace...
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Greenpeace bringing free drinking water nitrate testing to Ashburton District this weekend
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace Aotearoa will be offering its free drinking water testing service in Ashburton and Methven this Friday and Sunday. This is the first time the organisation’s water testing programme...
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Defence News – RNZRSA supports Willie Apiata VC’s stand to drive change to Veterans’ Support Act
Source: Royal New Zealand RSA The Royal New Zealand RSA fully supports the stand taken by Willie Apiata VC to drive change to the Veterans’ Support Act. The...
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ChildFund Brings Clean Water to Thousands in Remote Solomon Islands
Source: ChildFund New Zealand ChildFund New Zealand CEO and team met with Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele of Solomon Islands, community leaders, and the Premier of the Provincial government of Temotu the Honourable Stanley...
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Export Sector – Entries open for 2025 Hawke’s Bay Export Awards
Source: Business Central The ExportNZ ASB Hawke’s Bay Export Awards are returning in 2025 to recognise the successes of local businesses on the world stage. Now in its 11 th year,...
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Lifestyle – MPs Lead by Example as Fit 4 Office Challenge Wraps Up
Source: Exercise NZ As the Fit 4 Office (F4O) Challenge concludes, Exercise New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) congratulates all participating Members of Parliament for prioritising movement, proving that even the busiest schedules...
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VT Markets Releases Q2 Report On U.S. Dollar Dominance Shift as Central Bank Diverge
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 April 2025 – Leading global financial services provider VT Markets today releases its Q2 report, highlighting the season’s...
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Prudential partners Thomson Medical Centre to offer more healthcare options and convenience for customers
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 April 2025 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) and Thomson Medical Centre (TMC) have signed a partnership agreement to enhance the healthcare...
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Plain Language Act Repeal Bill passes first reading
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to repeal the Plain Language Act, which is a waste of time and money, has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Public Service Minister...
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Government seeks to simplify Fringe Benefit Tax rules
Source: New Zealand Government Inland Revenue is launching public consultation on proposals to make the Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) rules easier and to reduce compliance costs for taxpayers, Revenue Minister Simon...
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Te Pāti Māori MPs Denied Fundamental Rights in Privileges Committee Hearing
Source: Te Pati Maori The Privileges Committee has denied fundamental rights to Debbie Ngarewa-Packer, Rawiri Waititi and Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke, breaching their own standing orders, breaching principles of natural justice, and...
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Supporting better rehabilitation rates for injured Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Government Updates to ACC’s Accredited Employers Programme taking effect today are designed to improve workplace injury rehabilitation for around one-fifth of New Zealand’s workforce and support our...
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Northland water security receives $41m boost
Source: New Zealand Government Water projects in Northland will receive up to $41.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to significantly increase the region’s water security and unlock economic growth,...